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669 boats race against rising tide
More than 51,129 people rescued from submerged villages along the Indus, Chenab, Ravi, Sutlej, Jhelum
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CM orders flood prevention plans
Ordered immediate repair, rehabilitation of roads, timely evacuation of elderly, women, children
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PPSC postpones exams
Scheduled for August 30, 31 due to flood situation
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Flood fury leaves homes, harvest in ruins
Surging rivers force residents to flee with kids, livestock, belongings
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Man accused of assaulting daughter secures bail
Court stresses seriousness of offence alone cannot deny bail
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Study reveals plight of brick kiln workers
Highlights exploitation, GBV, debt bondage & denial of rights
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Woman alleges sexual assault by vendors
Victim claims she faced persistent harassment following credit purchases
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Ring Road set for modern makeover
New strategy aims to transform 8.38km corridor into residential, commercial, and global hub
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Girls protest teacher shortage crisis
Students demand staff appointments as schools lie defunct
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Chitral girl's mysterious death sparks protest
Victim harassed, mentally disturbed leading up to her death, says DPO
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Mufti Kifayatullah succumbs to injuries
He was critically injured in a shooting incident by his own son two weeks ago
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Imran Khan cricket stadium ready for charity match
Proceeds from match to be donated to flood relief effort
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Assembly panel orders reforms in health
Directs health department to address doctor shortage
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South Asia realigning? Really?
Central and South Asia are natural fusions for regional aspiration which can easily augment the trajectory of progress
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Justice without borders
Effective consular protection is not a diplomatic courtesy; it is a constitutional and moral obligation
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Universities: autonomy at risk
Politicising academic institutions undermines the very purpose of higher education
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Shameful perks
The body also approved an increase in daily allowances for lawmakers
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Climate injustice
Early warning systems are inadequate and urban planning remains criminally reckless
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The failure to forge a global treaty on plastics
It is important for resource-constrained countries like Pakistan to have a broader framework to deal with this menace
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Tehran accuses E3 of harming diplomacy, vows defiance against sanctions
Rubio backs E3 sanctions move, says US open to Iran talks; Tehran demands no-strike guarantee before engaging
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K-P doubles flood victim compensation packages
Families of deceased to get Rs2m, injured Rs500k; destroyed homes Rs1m, shopkeepers up to Rs500k
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PTA suspends licences of five LDI operators over unpaid dues
LDI operators owe Rs80 billion to government, including Rs24 billion in principal and Rs56 billion in surcharges
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Power tariff likely to slash by Rs1.69 per unit
Consumers to get Rs23b relief in September bill if NEPRA adjusts FCA
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Iran envoy expelled from Australia rejects arson attack claims as 'lies'
Australia says IRGC linked to synagogue, restaurant attacks; Iran envoy Sadeghi dismisses claims as 'lies'
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Sindh braces for high flood in early September
Ministers urge preparedness, focus on riverine villages for evacuation and relief
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Algeria’s Tebboune ousts PM Larbaoui, appoints Ghrieb as acting premier
Algeria’s President Tebboune removes PM Larbaoui, appoints Industry Minister Sifi Ghrieb as acting premier
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Canada, India name new envoys in sign of thawing ties
Trudeau’s successor Carney and India’s Modi agreed in June to reinstate senior diplomats at their first meeting
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PTI eyes fresh talks with govt sans Imran's consent
Move is primarily aimed at securing Khan’s release and addressing a slew of pending legal cases against him
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NDMA issues alert for further rains from August 29
NDMA cautions that Karachi faces risk of urban flooding due to heavy downpours from August 30 to September 2
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Barrister Gohar hands in 18 PTI members' resignations from NA committees
Party chairman also resigns from four NA committees; Shehryar Afridi and Sher Afzal Marwat also submit resignations
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Erdogan offers flood aid in call with PM Shehbaz
Turkish president voices solidarity with Pakistan, offering full support for rescue and relief after deadly floods
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Afghanistan summons Pakistani envoy over alleged cross-border strikes
There was no response from Pakistan on either the summoning of the envoy or the reported strikes
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JUI-F leader Mufti Kifayatullah breathes his last
He was critically injured a few days ago when his son allegedly opened fire inside the family home
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Gold prices surge in Pakistan
Gold rose by $9 per ounce in the international market, reaching $3,399
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Pakistan’s Asia Cup squad faces weight of expectations
The question remains: has PCB finally struck the right balance, or is this another gamble?
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UN staff urge rights chief to label Gaza war as genocide
Israeli strikes kill 16 Palestinians and wound dozens in Gaza, as bombardment of Gaza City suburbs intensifies.
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PCB issues women’s domestic contracts
For the first time, the contracts have been divided into two categories
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Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says AI boom far from over
Jensen Huang says AI boom will hit trillions, but shares fall on weak sales forecast and China trade uncertainty
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Acid burn survivors walk the runway in Karachi
Zubair Shah and DSF partner up to challenge stigma in fashion segment.
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PSX closes lower amid flood fears, rollover pressure
Consolidation phase continues as KSE-100 index loses 151 points
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ECB hopeful of Pakistan–India Asia Cup clash despite boycott fears
ECB COO assured fans that India–Pakistan Asia Cup matches in the UAE will go ahead, with ticketing details to follow
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Alexander Isak selected by Sweden despite Newcastle standoff
Sweden calls up Alexander Isak for World Cup qualifiers amid Newcastle transfer standoff
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Pakistan aims to reboot digital connectivity with three new subsea cables
Cables to support 5G rollout, reduce outages, unlock broader economic opportunities, says IT minister
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Bilawal, Sindh ministers reassure public as flood threat looms over province
Provincial government has already made arrangements, this year will not be a repeat of 2010 floods: Memon
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Super Rugby to mark 30th anniversary with tweaks to finals format
Super Rugby celebrates 30 years with finals tweaks and a special "Super Round" in Christchurch
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Two suspects wanted for murder of two brothers in Raiwind over Rs30 killed in 'encounter'
Suspects hiding out in Manowal area opened fire during raid: CTD
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Kane rescues Bayern in German Cup first round
Kane snatches last-minute winner as Bayern survive dramatic German Cup scare against Wehen Wiesbaden
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Karachi SIU suspends officers over alleged sale of seized drugs
Investigation revealed alleged misconduct and bribery involving officers tasked with handling narcotics seizures
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Lahore air quality improves as AQI falls to 215
Authorities credit stricter industrial and vehicular checks for recent air quality gains
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UN experts highlight legal violations in India’s May strikes, water treaty actions
Experts highlight civilian harm in India’s missile strikes, call for adherence to international norms
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Over 42 million children vaccinated in Pakistan's final polio drive of 2025
Campaign deploys 400,000 workers across country as eradication efforts continue
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Five militants killed in North Waziristan Boya army camp attack
Explosion heard from Miranshah as terrorists use suicide tactics in Friday assault, seven security personnel injured
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Pakistan, ADB finalise ML-1 agreement to upgrade rail network
Rail ministry highlights security, digitisation and tracking reforms alongside ML-1
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New economic targets of $63b in exports, $200b in investment by 2035
Civil-military leadership briefed on ambitious new roadmap
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ATC reserves verdict in GOR Gate attack case
Accused allegedly damaged security cameras, government property, assaulted police personnel on duty
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Rumi's message of love, wisdom echoes at Alhamra
The Lahore Arts Council hosted a scholarly session to commemorate the 752nd death anniversary of the celebrated poet
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Christmas festivities gain momentum in twin cities
Shopping peaks, security tightened and preparations begin at parks and churches
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CM announces Year of Youth
Promises students in Punjab 100k e-bikes, scholarships, laptops
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A world of books under one roof in Kararchi
Five-day literary festival features 325 stalls, exhibitors from 17 countries, and heavy public turnout
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Alleged drug peddler shot dead
Accomplices flee after exchange of fire with team from Crime Control Department
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Lahore exits 'most polluted' cities list
Experts attribute improvement to successful implementation of government's smog action plan
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Experts stress clean mobility to curb smog
PIDE identifies transport sector as accounting for over 43% of national emissions, up to 80% in urban centres
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BIPP flags climate risks as real economic threat
Report highlights governance gaps, experts urge public-private collaboration
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US crypto industry cheers 2025 wins
SEC's decision to rescind stringent crypto rules, dismiss lawsuits among their biggest victories
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PSX nears 172k on funds buying
Record rally pushes index up by 1,647 points following better C/A data, yield cut
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Chaman Chamber seeks incentives for industries
Urges federal govt to develop infrastructure, offer duty and tax concession
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Ministry urged to waive port charges
KCCI seeks relief on demurrage as cargo remains stuck for 10 days
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Pakistan advances cashless economy with focus on digital banks, financial inclusion
Aurangzeb meets Ant International, Easypaisa delegation on rails and government payments in cashless drive
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World Bank urges Pakistan to reform gas sector, split utilities for debt control
Asks Pakistan to develop road map to bring efficiency, cut losses in gas sector
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Pakistan's foreign reserves reach $21.09b, boosted by IMF inflows
Total liquid reserves rise with $1.3b increase, strengthening import cover to 2.62 months, as gold prices also climb
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Pakistan, China advance talks on $2.2b industrial complex at Port Qasim
Project focuses on shipbuilding and shipbreaking facilities, plus modern steel mill integrated with port operations
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PM seeks post IMF exit strategy
Iqbal warns country may slip into another programme without surge in exports
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PSX falls 133 points in choppy trading
Lacks clear direction amid consolidation, though macro indicators improve
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Government asks ADB for power debt support
Leghari seeks financing for reforms as Cheema presses for continued backing of ML-1 project
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Chinese fintech eyes SMEs, digital finance
Minister for Board of Investment reaffirms that Pakistan and China remain iron-clad friends
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PSO seeks tax zero-rating to prevent refund buildup
FBR owes Rs54b in sales tax refunds; state oil firm urges govt to intervene
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Economic risks remain high despite policy calm
Industry leaders point to vulnerabilities stemming from geopolitical tensions, unresolved local issues
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Democrats release several new images from Epstein estate
Microsoft founder Bill Gates, political activist Noam Chomsky, are also pictured in the latest images
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US Homeland Security chief pauses green card lottery programme
Says it was used by Brown University shooting suspect
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Assassination of student leader Osman Hadi leads to protests across Bangladesh
Unrest in cities escalates after assassination, fears of further violence ahead of the national elections
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Zelensky urges EU to seize Russian assets
At this stage, the guarantees offered by the Commission remain insufficient
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Britain sanctions Russia’s energy firms
The government targeted 24 individuals and entities
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Protests in Bangladesh as India cites security concerns
Ties have been frosty since ex-PM Sheikh Hasina fled to India after a student-led uprising
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Australia PM vows to stamp out hatred
Nation mourns youngest Bondi Beach victim
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Brazil may delay EU-Mercosur deal amid Brussels protests
Tensions boiled over in Brussels after a mostly peaceful protest involving at least 7,000 farmers
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US sanctions two more ICC judges over Israel probe
The sanctions ban the judges from entering the United States
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Bondi attack resurrects spectre of Abu Sayyaf Group
Father-son duo of Indian origin ‘received military-style training’ in Philippines
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WADA flags India as world’s leading sports drug offender again
India’s NADA found 260 positives from 7,113 samples in 2024, WADA said in its annual report
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Saudi, French and US officials push Hezbollah disarmament plan
Fearing a ceasefire collapse, Paris talks sought stronger ways to verify disarmament and curb escalation
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US announces $11 billion arms package for Taiwan, largest ever
The package includes HIMARS, howitzers, Javelins, Altius drones and spare parts, Taiwan said
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Australia vows new hate laws as youngest Bondi Beach shooting victim laid to rest
Prime Minister Albanese pledges crackdown on hate speech and radicalisation
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Pakistan demands end to Israeli settlements
No resolution of the Security Council can be unilaterally declared outdated
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Thailand women’s esports star Tokyogurl disqualified from SEA Games, receives lifetime ban
Thailand’s Tokyogurl disqualified from SEA Games for alleged cheating; entire women’s RoV team withdrawn
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‘Sincaraz' rivalry lights up 2025 season
Alcaraz and Sinner turned 2025 into a gripping tug-of-war for tennis
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Barcelona beat Guadalajara in Copa del Rey
Christensen and Rashford scored in 2-0 victory
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FIFA launches $60 ticket tier
The body was facing criticism of 2026 World Cup ticket pricing
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Garnacho sends Chelsea into League Cup semis
The Blues beat third-tier Cardiff City 3-1
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Dembele and Bonmati scoop FIFA Best awards
The PSG star won the Ballon d'Or in September
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Khawaja defies career obituaries
He scored gutsy 82 against England in third Test
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Carey hits ton to lead Australia fightback
He scored 106 and made and crucial stand with Usman Khawaja
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PCB wants three player retentions, franchises pushing for five
Due to the inclusion of two new teams, permission for eight retentions won’t be granted
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New format under consideration for HBL PSL11
The tournament will begin from March 26
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French court orders PSG to pay Mbappe 60 million euros
The ruling followed months of legal wrangling after the France striker took PSG to court
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Djokovic to warm up for Australian Open in Adelaide
He will be back in the city for the ATP-WTA tournament from January 12-17
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Osimhen: From Lagos newspaper seller to stardom with Nigeria
The Super Eagles will count on the 26-year-old forward to deliver during their AFCON campaign in Morocco
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Pakistan beat UAE to book U19 Asia Cup semi-final spot
The Men in Green registered a 70-run victory
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Brendan Rodgers joins Saudi club Al Qadsiah
The former Liverpool and Celtic boss steps in after Michel González’s dismissal































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